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User Manual
AnyBus Communicator for Profibus
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Table of Contents
Table of Contents
Preface
About This Manual

How To Use This Document .............................................................................................................1-1
Important User Information ...............................................................................................................1-1
Revision Notes.......................................................................................................................................1-1
Related Documentation .......................................................................................................................1-2
Support ...................................................................................................................................................1-2
Conventions Used in This Document ...............................................................................................1-3
Glossary ..................................................................................................................................................1-3
Chapter 1
About the AnyBus Communicator for Profibus

Connectors .............................................................................................................................................1-2
Status Indicators ....................................................................................................................................1-3
Configuration Switches ........................................................................................................................1-3
Quick Start Guide .................................................................................................................................1-4
Profibus Installation Procedure ..........................................................................................................1-4
Profibus Configuration Tool ..........................................................................................................1-4
Profibus Network Termination .....................................................................................................1-5
Links ...........................................................................................................................................1-5
Chapter 2
Data Exchange
Internal Memory Buffer Structure......................................................................................................2-2
Memory Map..........................................................................................................................................2-2
Chapter 3
ABC Config Tool

System requirements .............................................................................................................................3-1
Installation Procedure...........................................................................................................................3-1
Configuration Wizard ...........................................................................................................................3-1
Main Window ........................................................................................................................................3-2
ABC Configuration ...............................................................................................................................3-3
Fieldbus Configuration.........................................................................................................................3-4
Sub-network Configuration .................................................................................................................3-5
Serial Interface Settings .................................................................................................................3-5
Protocol Configuration...................................................................................................................3-5
Protocol Building Blocks ...............................................................................................................3-6
Chapter 4
Generic Data Mode

Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................4-1
Table of Contents 3
Basic Settings .........................................................................................................................................4-2

Communication.............................................................................................................................4-2
Start and End Character ..............................................................................................................4-2
Message Delimiter.........................................................................................................................4-2
Nodes ......................................................................................................................................................4-3
Transactions ...........................................................................................................................................4-4
Transaction Consume Parameters..................................................................................................4-4
Transaction Produce Parameters....................................................................................................4-5
Produce / Consume Menu ............................................................................................................4-6
Frame Objects .......................................................................................................................................4-7
Constants......................................................................................................................................4-7
Checksum Object ..........................................................................................................................4-7
Limit / Interval Objects ...............................................................................................................4-8
Data Object..................................................................................................................................4-8
Variable Data Object...................................................................................................................4-9
Chapter 5
Master Mode
Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................5-1
Basic Settings .........................................................................................................................................5-2
Communication.............................................................................................................................5-2
Message Delimiter.........................................................................................................................5-2
Nodes ......................................................................................................................................................5-3
Transactions ...........................................................................................................................................5-4
Query Parameters .........................................................................................................................5-5
Response Parameters .....................................................................................................................5-6
Query / Response Menu (also Broadcaster Transactions)...............................................................5-6
Frame Objects .......................................................................................................................................5-7
Constants......................................................................................................................................5-7
Data Object..................................................................................................................................5-7
Variable Data Object...................................................................................................................5-8
Checksum Object ..........................................................................................................................5-9
Chapter 6
Frame editor
Chapter 7
Command editor
General....................................................................................................................................................7-1
Specifying a new command (Master Mode) ......................................................................................7-2
Chapter 8
Sub Network Monitor

General....................................................................................................................................................8-1
Operation................................................................................................................................................8-1
Chapter 9
Node Monitor
General....................................................................................................................................................9-1
Generic Data Mode ......................................................................................................................9-1
Master Mode ................................................................................................................................9-1
Operation................................................................................................................................................9-2
Table of Contents 4
Chapter 10
Advanced Functions
Control and Status Registers..............................................................................................................10-1
Control Register (Fieldbus Control System -> ABC)..................................................................10-1
Status Register (ABC -> Fieldbus Control System)....................................................................10-2
Handshaking Procedure ..............................................................................................................10-3
I/O-data during startup......................................................................................................................10-4
Advanced Fieldbus Configuration....................................................................................................10-5
Mailbox Editor ..........................................................................................................................10-5
Appendix A Configuration Wizards

Appendix B Troubleshooting
Appendix C Connector Pin Assignments
Profibus Connector.............................................................................................................................. C-1
Power connector .................................................................................................................................. C-1
Sub-network connector....................................................................................................................... C-1
PC connector ........................................................................................................................................ C-2
Appendix D Technical Specification

Mechanical.............................................................................................................................................D-1
Electrical Characteristics .....................................................................................................................D-1
Environmental ......................................................................................................................................D-1
EMC Compliance .......................................................................................................................D-1
UL/c-UL compliance..................................................................................................................D-1
Appendix E ASCII Table
Preface
About This Manual

How To Use This Document
This document contains a general introduction as well as a description of the technical features provided by the AnyBus Communicator module, including the PC-based configuration software.
This document shall be used together with the appendix of the respective fieldbus type.
The reader of this document is expected to be familiar with PLC and software design, as well communication systems in general. The reader is also expected to be familiar with the Microsoft Windows operating system.
Important User Information

The data and illustrations found in this document are not binding. We, HMS Industrial Networks AB,
reserve the right to modify our products in line with our policy of continuous product development. The
information in this document is subject to change without notice and should not be considered as a commitment by HMS Industrial Networks AB. HMS Industrial Networks AB assumes no responsibility for
any errors that may appear in this document.
There are many applications of this product. Those responsible for the use of this device must ensure
that all the necessary steps have been taken to verify that the application meets all performance and safety requirements including any applicable laws, regulations, codes, and standards.
AnyBus is a registered trademark of HMS Industrial Networks AB. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders.
Revision Notes
Revision
2.00
2.01
2.02
Date
2003-06-24
2004-03-08
2005-02-04
Author
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PeP
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Chapter
All
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Appendix C
Description
Second major release
Corrected Control Codes
Added recomended Profi bus connectors
About This Manual 1-2
Related Documentation
Document name
ABC-PDP Installation Leaflet
Author
HMS
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Conventions Used in This Document

The following conventions are used throughout this document:
Numbered lists provide sequential steps
Bulleted lists provide information, not procedural steps
The term user refers to the person or persons responisble for installing the AnyBus Communicator in a network.
Hexadecimal values are written in the format 0xNNNN, where NNNN is the hexadecimal value.
Decimal values are represented as NNNN where NNNN is the decimal value
As in all communication systems, the terms input and output can be ambiguous, because
their meaning depend on which end of the link is being referenced.
The convention in this document is that input and output are always being referenced to the
master/scanner end of the link. (see illustration below)
Fieldbus
Master
IN
OUT
Fieldbus
Slave
Slave
AB-C
IN
OUT
Sub network
Input and Output definition
Glossary
Term
ABC
Broadcaster
Command
Fieldbus
Frame
Mailbox
Monitor
Node
Scan list
Sub-network
Transaction
Fieldbus Control System
Meaning
AnyBus Communicator Module
A protocol specific node in the sub-network scan- that hold transactions destined to all
nodes.
A protocol specific Transaction.
The network to which the communicator is connected.
Higher level series of bytes forming a complete telegram on the sub-network
A HMS specific entity that is used for communication and configuration of the AnyBusS module.
A tool for debugging the ABC and the network connections.
A device in the scan-list that defines the communication
with a slave on the sub-network
List of configured Slaves with transactions on the sub-network.
The network that logically is located on a subsidiary level with respect to the fieldbus
and to which the ABC acts as a gateway.
A generic building block that is used in the sub-network scan-list and defines the data
that is sent out the sub-network.
Fieldbus master
Chapter 1
About the AnyBus Communicator for Profibus

The AnyBus Communicator for Profibus or ABC acts as a gateway between almost any serial application
protocol and a Profibus-DP network. Integration of industrial devices is enabled without loss of functionality, control and reliability, both when retro-fitting to existing equipment as well as when setting up
new installations.
Profibus Master
(e.g a PLC)
(Profibus Network)
(Profibus Network)
Profibus Master
(e.g a PLC)
on
S
Serial
erial ccommunication
ommunication ddevices
evices
Serial communication
device
Single-Node Serial Sub Network
Multi-Node Serial Sub Network
General Features
DIN-rail mountable
Fully interchangeability with AnyBus Communicator modules for other networks
Save/load configuration in flash
CU, UL & cUL marked
Sub Network
RS232/422/485
Multi-drop (up to 31 nodes) or single-node configurations possible
Modbus RTU Master mode and Generic Data Mode
Up to 100 instances (A sub network transaction occupies 1 or 2 instances depending on communication model).
Configuration via Windows software tool (ABC Config Tool)
Fieldbus Interface Features
Complete Profibus-DP slave functionality according to IEC 61158

Node Address range: 1-99 using on board switches
Baudrate range: 9.6 kbit-12Mbit. Auto baudrate detection supported.
Transmission media: Profibus bus line, type A or B specified in IEC 61158
About the AnyBus Communicator for Profibus 1-2
Connectors
For wiring and pin assignments, see Appendix C-1 Connector Pin Assignments.
A: Profibus Connector
This connector is used to connect the ABC to the fieldbus.
B: PC Connector
This connector is used to connect the ABC to a PC for configuration and monitoring purposes.
C: Subnet Connector
This connector is used to connect the ABC to the serial sub network. (See 4-1 Sub-network Configuration)
D: Power Connector
Use this connector to apply power to the ABC. (See Appendix
D-1 Technical Specification.
E: DIN Rail Connection

The din rail connector is internally connected to PE.
ON
OFF
To snap the ABC on, first press the ABC downwards (1) to compress the spring on the DIN-rail
connector, then push the ABC against the DIN-rail as to make it snap on (2)
To snap the ABC off, push the ABC downwards (1) and pull it out from the DIN-rail (2), as to
make it snap off from the DIN-rail.
Status Indicators
#
State
1 - Fieldbus Online Off
Green
2 - Fieldbus Offline Off
Red
3 - (Not used)
4 - Fieldbus Diag
Off
Red, flashing 1Hz
Red, flashing 2Hz
Red, flashing 4Hz
a Off
5 - Subnet Status
Green, flashing
Green
Red
6 - Device Status
Off
Alternating Red/Green
Green
Green, flashing
Red, flashing
Status
Not online
Online
Not offline
Offline
No diagnostics present
Error in configuration
Error in user parameter data
Error in initialisation
Power off
Initializing and not running
Running
Stopped or subnet error, or timeout
Power off
Invalid or missing configuration
Initializing
Running
If the Device status LED is flashing in a
sequence starting with one or more red
flashes, please note the sequence pattern
and contact the HMS support department
a. This led turns green when all transactions have been active at least once. This
includes any transactions using change of state or change of state on trigger. If
a timeout occurs on a transaction, this led will turn red.
Configuration Switches
The configuration switches are used to set the Profibus node address.
Normally, these switches are covered by a plastic hatch. Note that the
node address can not be changed during runtime, i.e. the ABC requires a reset for any changes to have effect.
A
The configuration is done using two rotary switches as follows:

Profibus Node Address = (Switch B x 10) + (Switch A x 1)
Note: When removing the hatch, avoid touching the circuit boards
and components. If tools are used when opening the hatch, be cautious.
Example:
If the node address should be 42, set switch A to 2 and switch B to 4.
Quick Start Guide

1. Snap the ABC on to the DIN-rail (See 1-2 DIN Rail Connection)
2. Connect the Profibus cable (See Appendix C-1 Profibus Connector)
3. Connect the serial sub-network cable (See Appendix C-1 Sub-network connector)
4. Connect a PC using the PC cable (See Appendix C-2 PC connector)
5. Connect the power cable and apply power (See Appendix C-1 Power connector)
6. Start the ABC Config program on the PC (See 4-1 ABC Config Tool)
(Normally, the ABC Config software detects the correct serial port, if not select port the menu
Port)
7. Configure the ABC using the ABC Config Tool and download the configuration
8. Configure the sub network device for communication and start it up
Profibus Installation Procedure

Profibus Configuration Tool
Each device on a Profibus-DP network is associated with a .GSD file, containing all necessary information about the device. This file is used by the Profibus configuration tool during configuration of the
network. The latest version of this file is available for download at the HMS website, www.hms-networks.com. (The AnyBus Communicator .GSD file is named HMS_1803.GSD.)
It is necessary to import the .GSD file in the Profibus configuration tool in order to incorporate the AnyBus Communicator as a slave in the network. The properties for the AnyBus Communicator module
itself must then be configured from the Profibus configuration tool. This includes setting up the node
address, input/output data areas and offset address.
Node Address
The node address in the Profibus configuration tool should be set to match the one selected using the on board configuration switches of the AnyBus Communicator module (See 1-3 Configuration Switches).
Setting up Input / Output Data Areas

Input/output data are arranged as logic modules in the Profibus configuration tool. Which modules to use depends on the application. The modules are composed together in the module list
for the AnyBus Communicator module.
It is possible to select modules freely to compose the required I/O sizes, see example below.
I/O Bytes required by the application
4 In + 2 Out
7 In + 12 Out
68 In
Modules
4 In + 2 Out
4 In + 2 In + 1 In + 8 Out + 4 Out
64 In + 4 In
Offset Address
The offset addresses can be chosen freely, however certain restrictions may apply depending on
what PLC/Profibus Master is used.
Profibus Network Termination

If the AnyBus Communicator is the last node on a Profibus segment, it is necessary to use a Profibus
connector with integrated termination switch.
The termination switch should be set to ON if...

- The ABC module is the last physical node on a network segment
- No other termination is used at this end of the network
The termination switch should be set to OFF if...

- There are no other nodes on both side of the ABC module in the network segment
Links
Additional information about the Profibus fieldbus system can be found at www.profibus.com.
Chapter 2
Data Exchange
All data from the fieldbus and the sub network is stored in an internal memory buffer. This is a very easy
method for data exchange where the fieldbus control system simply reads and writes data to pre-defined
memory locations, and the serial sub network also use the same internal memory buffer to read and write
data.
PLC - memory
I/O
Inputs
I/O
Outputs
Actual Temperature
Temperature Settings
The PLC exchange data via

the fieldbus network, between its
internal output area and the
output area of the ABC
The PLC exchange data via

the fieldbus network, between its
internal input area and the Input
area in the ABC
Fieldbus network
Internal memory buffer in ABC
Input Data
Area
0x000
Output Data
Area
General Data
Area
0x200
Actual Temperature
0x400
Temperature Settings
The data in the Input area of the ABC

contains data received from nodes
on the sub-network
(Sent IN to the ABC)
The data in the Output area of the ABC

contains data received from the fieldbus,
in this case the temperature setting
for a temperature regulator
(Serial Sub-Network)
Serial Device - Temp Regulator
Input register "Set Valve Temperature"
Output register "Actual Temperature"
Serial Device
Data Exchange 2-2
Internal Memory Buffer Structure

The internal memory buffer can be seen as a memory
space with three different types of data; input data, output
data and general data.
Input Data1
Input Data
(up to 244 bytes)
Sub Network
..is data that should be sent to the fieldbus. The

ABC can handle up to 244 bytes of Input Data.
Output Data1
..is data recieved from the fieldbus. The ABC can
handle up to 244 bytes of Output Data.
Output Data
(up to 244 bytes)
Fieldbus
Internal Memory Buffer
General Data
(1024 bytes)
General Data
This data cannot be accessed from the fieldbus, and
is used for transfers between nodes on the sub-network, or as a general scratch pad for data. The
ABC can handle up to 1024 bytes of General Data.
Memory Map
When configuring the sub-network, use the memory locations shown below:
Memory Location:
0x0000 - 0x0001
0x0002 - 0x00F3
0x00F4 - 0x01FF
0x0200 - 0x0201
0x0202 - 0x02F3
0x02F4 - 0x03FF
0x0400 - 0x7FF
Contents:
Status Register
Input Data Area
(reserved)
Control Register
Output Data Area
(reserved)
General Data Area
Access:
R/W
R/W
RO
RO
R/W
Status Register (0x0000 - 0x0001)

If enabled, this register occupies the first two bytes in the Input Data Area. For more information, see 3-3 Status / Control bytes and 10-1 Advanced Functions.
Input Data Area (0x000 - 0x00F3)2

This area holds data that should be sent to the fieldbus.
Control Register (0x0200 - 0x0201)

If enabled, these register occupies the first two bytes in the Output Data Area. For more information, see 3-3 Status / Control bytes and 10-1 Advanced Functions.
Output Data Area (0x200 - 0x2F3)2

This area holds data received from the fieldbus. Data cannot be written to this area.
1. The total amount if I/O data (Input Data + Output Data) must not exceed 416 bytes.
2. See Status and Control Registers above.
Data Exchange 2-3
General Data Area (0x0400 - 0x7FF)

This data cannot be accessed from the fieldbus, and should be used for transfers between nodes
on the sub-network, or as a general scratch pad for data.
Chapter 13
ABC Config Tool

The ABC Config Tool is a PC-based configuration software used to describe the protocol and communication properties for a serial network. When the configuration is finished and the functionality is tested, it is possible to send memory allocation information to a printer using the ABC Config Tool.
The ABC Config Tool can also be used for troubleshooting and diagnostic of the ABC and the serial
network during runtime.
System requirements
Pentium 133 MHz or higher
10 MB of free space on the hard drive
8 MB RAM
Win95/98/NT/2000/XP
Internet Explorer 4.01 SP1 or higher
Installation Procedure
There are two different ways of installing the ABC Config Tool; either via the ABC Resource CD-ROM,
or via the HMS website, www.anybus.com.
AnyBus Communicator resource CD

Run setup.exe and follow the on screen instructions
From website
Download the self-extracting .exe-file from the HMS website, at www.anybus.com, and run it.
The AnyBus Communicator Resource CD is included in the AnyBus Communicator Configuration

Pack, (part. no 017620), together with the PC Cable.
Configuration Wizard
When creating a new sub network configuration, the ABC Config Tool provides a choice between starting out with a blank configuration, or using a predefined template, a.k.a a wizard.
Configuration Wizard
The wizard option automatically creates a configuration based on information about the sub network devices, i.e the user simply has to fill in the blanks. Please note that this option is designed
to support a particular type of network and cannot be used in all cases.
(For more information about the Configuration Wizard, see Appendix A-1 Configuration Wizards)
Blank Configuration
This option should be used when creating a configuration from scratch, i.e. when the Configuration Wizard does not fit the application. The following chapters will describe the configuration
process in detail.
ABC Config Tool 13-2
Main Window
C
D
Main Window
Navigation Window
The navigation window in the ABC Config Tool is the main
tool for selecting the different levels of the configuration.
There are three main levels in the navigation window, namely Fieldbus, ABC and Sub-network.
Menu entries preceded by a + contains more configuration
parameters or sub menus. To gain access to these parameters, the entry must be expanded by clicking the +.
By right-clicking entries in this window, a popup menu with
functions related to this entry will appear. The options in
this popup menu is often also available in the menu bar.
This menu entry is expanded
Sub menus
This menu entry holds additional

sub-menus / parameters
Parameter Window
The parameters available in this window is different depending on
what is selected in the Navigation Window. It consists of a grid
with parameter names and, on the same row, a field for editing.
The parameters can be displayed in two modes; Alphabetic and
Categorized.
Parameter values are entered either using selection box or by entering a value. Values can be entered either in decimal form (ex:
35) or in hexadecimal form (ex: 0x1A).
If a value is entered in decimal format, it will be converted automatically to the equivalent hexadecimal value.
Information Window
In the right bottom corner of the ABC Config Tool application,
below the parameter window, lies the information window. It
contains descriptions of currently marked parameter instances.
Parameter Window
Information Window
Config Line indicator

In the lower-right corner of the main window, two lights indicate if a connection has been established
between the PC running ABC Config Tool and ABC. Green light - Connection OK, Red light - No connection.
ABC Config Tool 13-3
Options
In the main window under tools, select options.
Function
Description
Warning on Delete When something is to be deleted, a
warning window will appear
Warning on
When closing the ABC config tool with
unsaved data
unsaved data, a warning window will
appear
Show Wizard when Each time a new configuration is to be
New menu is
made, the Wizard window will appear
selected
Language next
Select which language the program
time the program is should use the next time the program is
launched
launched
Function
Size of logbuffer
Firmware Download
Factory Restore
Block Configuration
Create Error log
Description
Set the size of the logbuffer(0512bytes)
Download the firmware to the AnybusS card. Use with caution
Restores the software on the ABC-carrierboard, to its original state.
Use with caution. When this button is
pressed, the configuation will not be
accessible and a new configuration has
to be downloaded to the module
Creates an error log file
13-5
ABC Configuration
By selecting ABC in the Navigation window, basic configuration options for the sub-net will appear in the Parameter
window.
Physical Interface
Currently, the ABC supports only a serial interface.
The communication settings for the selected interface
are available under Sub Network, see 13-1 Serial Interface Settings.
Status / Control bytes
This parameter is used to enable / disable the Status /
Control registers, see 20-1 Control and Status Registers.
Parameter Window
Enable
Enable Status / Control registers. Data Valid (Bit 13 in the Control Register) must be set by
the fieldbus control system to start the sub network communication.
Disable
Disable Status / Control registers.
Enable but no start up lock

The Status / Control registers are enabled, but the fieldbus control system is not required to set
the Data Valid (bit 13 in the Control Register).
Module Reset
This parameter defines how the module should behave in the event of a fatal error. If Enabled,
the module will reset and restart on a fatal error event, and no error will be indicated to the user.
If Disabled, the module will halt and indicate an error.
Protocol
This option is used to configure the communication model used for the sub-network. (This is
explained later in this document, see 13-1 Protocol Configuration)
Statistics
If enabled, the Receive Counter Location indicates the number of valid messages received from
the subnet. If enabled, the Transmit Counter Location indicates the number of messages sent to
the sub network.
This function is used primarily for debugging purposes.
3-4
Fieldbus Configuration
During start-up the fieldbus interface of the ABC is initialized
to fit the configuration created in the ABC Config Tool.
When several different models of the ABC is used with the
same ABC Config Tool installation, the user must verify that
the Fieldbus parameter matches to the currently used model
of the ABC.
Additionally, it is possible for for advanced users to customize
the network interface inside the ABC to meet specific application demands, see 10-5 Advanced Fieldbus Configuration.
Parameter Window
13-1
Sub-network Configuration
When controlling a sub-network with the ABC it is important to understand functions during starting up. If the ABC
starts scanning nodes on the sub-network, before data is received from the fieldbus control system (fieldbus master), values of 00 may be transmitted to the nodes before data is updated the first time from the fieldbus.
See 20-4 I/O-data during startup for information on how to block transactions until valid data is received.
Serial Interface Settings

To be able to communicate on the sub-network, various communication settings needs to be configured. To gain access to these
settings, select Sub Network in the Navigation window.
Parameter
Description
Valid settings
Bit rate
Selects the bit rate used
1200 - 57600
Data bits
Selects the number of data bits used
7, 8
Parity
Selects the parity mode
None, Odd, Even
Physical standard
Selects the physical standard. This setting activates activates the corresponding signals on the sub-net connector.
RS232, RS422, RS485
Start bits
Only one start -bit is supported
Stop bits
Either one or two stop -bits can be selected
1, 2
Protocol Configuration
In order to be able to communicate on the sub-network, the ABC must be supplied with a description
of the required sub-net protocol. To accomplish this, the ABC Config software features a flexible protocol-programming system, allowing the ABC to interpret and exchange data with almost any serial device on the sub-network.
Communication model
The ABC supports two communication models; Generic Data Mode, and Master Mode. (This option
appears in the Parameter window upon selecting ABC in the Navigation window.)
Note that this setting is used to describe the relationship between the sub-net nodes (including the
ABC), not the exact protocol used to transmit data.
Generic Data Mode

In this mode, there is no Master / Slave relationship between the ABC and the sub-net nodes. It
is intended for Produce / Consume oriented protocols. This mode is described in greater detail
later in this document, see 15-1 Generic Data Mode.
Master Mode
In this mode, the ABC is setup to use a Modbus RTU protocol or similar, and implements a
Modbus Master for data exchange between the fieldbus and one or more devices on the sub-network. This mode is explained in greater detail in chapter 14-1 Master Mode.
13-2
Protocol Building Blocks

Below is a description of the building blocks used to describe the sub-net protocol. The exact structure
of these building blocks varies depending on the selected communication model.
Message Frame
Node
Transaction
Byte
Word
Data
CRC
Byte
Frame Objects
Byte
Frame Objects
Byte
Frame Objects
Message Frame
Byte
Word
Data
CRC
Message Frame
Transaction
Byte
Word
Data
CRC
Node
In the ABC Configurator, a node holds all transactions and parameters for a particular device on
the sub network.
Transaction
Transactions contains messages to be transmitted on the sub-network. A transaction consists of
one or more Message Frames (see below), and has a few general parameters to specify how and
when the transaction should be used on the sub-network.
Commands
A command is a pre-defined transaction that has been stored in a list in the ABC Configuration
software. This improves readability in the ABC Configuration software, as well as simplifies common operations by allowing transactions to be stored and re-used.
Message Frame
The message frame contains a description of what is actually transmitted on the sub-network and
consists of frame objects, see below.
Frame Object
Frame objects are used to compose a message frame. A frame object can be a fixed value, a dynamic value retrieved from a specified memory location in the ABC, a string etc.
Chapter 15
Generic Data Mode

Introduction
In Generic Data Mode, the ABC is designed to communicate with the following types of equipment:
Data Producers
Equipment that sends byte strings
Data Consumers
Equipment that receives byte strings
Data Producers and Consumers

Equipment that both sends and receives byte strings
In Generic Data Mode, there is no master-slave relationship between the sub-net nodes and the ABC.
Any node on the sub-net, including the ABC, can spontaneously produce or consume a message; A node
does not have to reply to a message, nor does it have to wait for a query to send one.
In the example below, the ABC Consumes data that is Produced by a node on the sub-network.
This Consumed data can then be forwarded to the fieldbus master.
This also works the other way around; the ABC receives a data telegram from the fieldbus master, and
use this data to Produce a message on the sub-network to be Consumed by a node.
PLC:
ABC:
Subnet devices:
Consume
Fieldbus Master
Fieldbus Slave
Produce
Produce
Consume
Produce
Consume
Consume
Produce
Node 1
Node 2
It is to some degree possible to implement a Query / Response based protocol in this mode, however,
Master Mode is better suited for this. (See 14-1 Master Mode)
Generic Data Mode can be used in both full duplex point-to-point systems (RS232 and RS422) as well
as in half duplex multi-drop systems (RS485).
Note: The ABC will not check any bus access algorithms when operating in this mode; This must be
handled by the fieldbus control system, i.e the PLC.
Generic Data Mode 15-2
Basic Settings
Select Sub Network in the Navigation window to gain access to basic settings in the Parameter window.
Communication
(See 13-1 Serial Interface Settings)
Start and End Character
Parameter Window
Start and end characters are used to indicate the beginning and end of a message. For example, a message
may be initiated with <ESC> and terminated with <LF>. In this case, the Start character would be 0x1B
(ASCII code for <ESC>) and the End character 0x0A (ASCII code for <LF>)
Parameter
Description
Valid settings
End Character Value
End character for the message, ASCII
0x00 - 0xFF
Use End Character
Determines if the End character should be used or not
Enable / Disable
Start Character Value
Start character for the message, ASCII
0x00 - 0xFF
Use Start Character
Determines if the Start character should be used or not
Enable / Disable
Message Delimiter
The Message delimiter is the timeout time when receiving a message on the sub-network. For most protocols the recommended timeout setting is at least 10 times the response time of a node.
For Consume objects this option tells the ABC how long after the last byte is received it has to
wait before a complete message is in.
For Produce objects, this instructs the ABC how long it should wait before a new message is sent.
Nodes
A node in the ABC Configuration software represents a device on the sub-network. In Generic Data
Mode, a node can carry up to 50 transactions.
Sub-Network Menu
(Right-click Sub Network in the Navigation window to gain access to these options)
Function
Description
Paste
Paste a node from the clipboard
Subnet Monitor
Launches the subnet monitor, see 18-1 Sub Network

Monitor.
Add Node
Adds a node
Load Node
Loads a node previously saved using the Save Nodefunction, see Node Menu below.
Sub-Network Status..
Displays status / diagnostic information about the sub

network
Node Settings
(Select a node in the Navigation window to gain access to these parameters in the Parameter Window)
Function
Description
Slave Address
This setting shall be set to match the node address

setting of the destination device.
Name
Node Name. This name will appear in the navigation

window.
Node Menu
(Right-click on a node in the Navigation window to gain access to these options)
Function
Description
Cut
Cuts a node to the clipboard
Copy
Copies a node to the clipboard
Insert
Insert a node from the clipboard
Delete
Deletes a node and its configuration
Node Monitor
Launches the node monitor
Add Transaction
Consume
Adds a Consume transaction
Add transaction
Produce
Adds a Produce transaction
Add command
Adds a pre-defined transaction
Insert new node
Inserts a new node above the currently selected node
Save node
Saves the selected node to disc
Insert from file
Inserts a previously saved node above the currently

selected node.
Transactions
In Generic Data Mode, there are two types of transactions:
Transaction Consume
This transaction is used to receive or consume data from the sub-net. By using a Consume
transaction, data can be forwarded from the sub-network to the fieldbus.
Transaction Produce
This transaction is used to transmit or produce data on the sub-network without waiting for a
response. By using a Produce transaction, data can be forwarded from the fieldbus to the subnetwork.
Transaction Consume Parameters

(To gain access to these parameters, select a Consume Transaction in the Navigation window)
Parameter
Description
Offline options for sub-network
The action to take for this transaction if the sub-network goes off-line. This action
affects the data that is reported to the fieldbus master.
Clear
The data is cleared (0) on the fieldbus if the sub-network goes offline
Freeze
The data is frozen on the fieldbus if the sub-network goes offline
Offline timeout time (10ms)
The Offline Timeout value is the maximum allowed time between two incoming messages in steps of 10ms. If this time is exceeded, the sub network will be considered to
be off line. A value of 0 disables this feature, i.e. the sub network can never go off line.
Trigger byte
The trigger byte is used to indicate to the fieldbus control system that a valid telegram
has been consumed on the sub-network. The control system should then read the
data area connected to the trigger byte.
The value of this byte is increased by 1 whenever a valid sub-network telegram has
been consumed and interpreted by the ABC.
Enable
Enables the trigger byte. The memory location of the trigger byte must be specified in the Trigger byte address, see below.
Disable
Enables the trigger byte.
Trigger byte address
The location in the internal memory buffer that this transaction uses for updates on
trigger byte changes
This memory location should be monitored by the fieldbus control system. If the contents has been updated, e.g the value has been incremented, a valid sub-network
telegram has been consumed by the ABC and new data is available in the internal
memory buffer.
Transaction Produce Parameters

(To gain access to these parameters, select a Produce Transaction in the Navigation window)
Parameter
Description
Offline options for fieldbus
The action to take for this transaction if the fieldbus goes off-line. This action affects
the data that is sent on the sub-network.
Clear
The data is cleared (0) on the sub-network if the fieldbus goes offline
Freeze
The data is frozen on the sub-network if the fieldbus goes offline
NoScanning
Stop sub-net scanning for this transaction if the fieldbus goes offline
Update mode
The update mode for the transaction

Cyclically
The data is transmitted cyclically. The update frequency is determined by the
Update Time
On data change
The data is updated when any data in the message has changed
Single shot
The data is transmitted once at startup
Change of state on trigger
The data is transmitted when the trigger byte has changed. (See Trigger byte
address below)
Update time (10ms)
This value determines how often the data is updated on the sub-network. A value of
0x000A equals 100ms. Valid settings range from 0x0000 to 0xFFFF.
This parameter specifies location of the trigger byte in the internal memory buffer.
If Update mode is set to Change of state on trigger, the memory location specified
by this parameter is monitored by the ABC. Whenever the trigger byte is updated, the
ABC will produce the transaction on the sub-network.
This way, the fieldbus control system can when required instruct the ABC to produce
a specific transaction on the sub-network by updating its trigger byte.
The trigger byte should be incremented by one for each activation.
This parameter has no affect unless the Update mode parameter is set to Change of
state on trigger.
Produce / Consume Menu

(Right-click a Produce or Consume transaction in the Navigation window to gain access to these options)
Action
Description
Cut
Cuts a transaction to the clipboard.
Copy
Copies a transaction to the clipboard.
Delete
Deletes a transaction
Edit frame
Launches the Frame Editor
Add Data
Adds a fixed length data object
Add Variable Data
Adds a variable length data object to
Add Checksum
Adds a checksum object to the frame
Add Byte, Constant
Adds a one-byte object to the frame
Add Word, Constant
Adds a 2-byte object to the frame
Add DWord, Constant
Adds a 4-byte object to the frame
Add Byte, Limits
Adds a one-byte interval to the frame
Add Word, Limits
Adds a 2-byte interval to the frame
Add DWord, Limits
Adds a 4-byte interval to the frame
Insert New Command
Inserts a predefined transaction
Insert New Transaction Consume
Inserts a Consume transaction
Insert New Transaction Produce
Inserts a Produce transaction
See 15-7 Frame Objects for a description of the different frame objects
Frame Objects
The Produce and Consume message frames are built up of frame objects, that when combined makes a
complete serial telegram.
Example:
Message Frame
Frame Objects:
STX
CONSTANT
Data
CRC
EFX
1 byte
1 byte
4 bytes
1 byte
1 byte
Constants
Constants are objects built up of pre-defined data. The contents of these objects have a fixed value defined in the ABC Config Tool.
In a Consume transaction, the ABC will check if the received byte/word/doubleword match this value.
If not, the ABC will discard the message.
There are 3 types of Constants:
Byte
8 bit fixed value
Word
16 bit fixed value
Dword
32 bit fixed value
Parameter
Description
Value
Constant value.
Checksum Object
Most serial protocols has some way of verifying that the data has not been corrupted during transfer.
The Checksum object is an object that can be used to calculate the checksum for a message frame.
Parameter
Description
Error Check Start
Offset in the message frame to start checksum calculations on
Error Check Type
The type of error checking algorithm to use - CRC, LRC or XOR

CRC - Cyclic Redundancy Check
LRC - Longitudinal Redundancy Check
XOR - Logical XOR
Limit / Interval Objects

Interval objects are objects with a pre-defined range. The range of these object is defined in the ABC
Config Tool., and must always be within the previously defined range in the serial telegram.
In a Consume transaction, the ABC will check if the received byte/word/doubleword is inside the
defined boundaries. If not, the ABC will discard the message.
There are 3 types of interval objects:
Byte
8 bit interval
Word
16 bit interval
Dword
32 bit interval
Parameter
Maximum Value
Description
This is the largest allowed value for the range.
Range: 0x00 to 0xFFh for Byte, 0xFFFF for Word, 0xFFFFFFFF for DWord. (This value must
be larger than the Minimum value)
Minimum Value
This is the smallest allowed value for the range.

Range: 0x00 to 0xFFh for Byte, 0xFFFF for Word, 0xFFFFFFFF for DWord. (This value must
be less than the Maximum value)
Data Object
The Data Object is used for data exchange between the fieldbus master and the sub-network.
Data Objects in Produce Transactions:

This object is used to forward data from the sub-network to the fieldbus.
Data Objects in Consume Transactions:

This object is used to forward data from the fieldbus to the sub-network
Parameter
Byte Swapping
Description
No Swapping
No swapping is performed on the data
Swap 2 bytes
This means that the 2 bytes change places, i.e A, B, C, D becomes B, A, D, C
Swap 4 bytes
This means A, B, C, D becomes D, C, B, A
Data Length
The length of the data, in bytes
Data Location
The offset in the Internal memory buffer where the data should be read from / written to
Variable Data Object

The Variable Data Object is similar to the Data Object, but has no predefined length. Instead, a length
character or end character is used to indicate the length of the datafield.
As with the Data Object, this object is used to transfer data between the sub-network and fieldbus.
(Variable Data Object)
Data
Data of arbitrary length

0x00
End Character
0x04
Length Character
Data
4 bytes of data
For Produce Transactions, the End / Length character must be supplied by the fieldbus control system.
For Consume Transactions, the End / Length character is generated by the ABC.
The End / Length character is always visible in the internal memory buffer. Depending on the settings
below, it may or may not be visible on the sub-network.
Note: Only one Variable Data Object is permitted for each transaction.
Parameter
Byte Swapping
Description
No Swapping
Swap 2 bytes
Swap 4 bytes
Fill un-used bytes
(This field is only relevant for Consume transactions)

Enabled
Fill unused data with the value specified in Filler byte
Disabled
Dont fill
Filler byte
Fill value, see Fill un-used bytes above. (This field is only relevant for Consume transactions)
Data Location
The offset in the internal memory buffer where the data should be read from / written to
Object Delimiter
Length Character
Length character is visible in the internal memory buffer but not on the sub network
Length Character Visible
The length character is visible both in the internal memory buffer and on the sub network.
End Character
The end character is visible in the internal memory buffer but not on the sub network.
End Character Visible
The end character is visible both in the internal memory buffer and on the sub-network
No Character
The data is copied as is to the internal memory buffer, i.e no end character is generated
by the ABC (This options is only relevant for Consume Transactions)
End Character Value
Value of the End Character.

(This is only be used when the Object Delimiter is set to End Character or End Character Visible
Maximum Data Length
The maximum allowed length of the variable data object.
Chapter 14
Master Mode
Introduction
In Master Mode, the ABC is configured to run as a master on the sub-network, using a scan-list for communication with the slave devices. The scan-list is created using the ABC Config Tool and can consist
of multiple nodes with multiple transactions.
In Master Mode, communication between the ABC and the sub-net nodes is based on transactions with
a Query / Response architecture. The ABC sends out a Query on the sub-network, and the addressed
node is expected to send a Response to this Query. Slave nodes are not allowed to Respond without
getting a Query first.
An exception to this is the broadcaster functionality. Most protocols offer some way of accessing all
nodes on the network. In the ABC, this is called a Broadcaster. The Broadcaster can transmit messages
to all nodes on the sub-network, but does not expect a response.
In Modbus, it is possible to broadcast a message to all nodes by sending a message to node address 0.
The Modbus slaves will receive the message, but not Respond to it.
PLC:
ABC:
Subnet devices:
Query
Response
Node 1
(Subnet Slave)
Broadcast
Fieldbus Master
Fieldbus Slave
&
Subnet Master
Query
Response
Query
Node 2
(Subnet Slave)
Response
The base in Master Mode is the pre-configured Modbus RTU commands, acting as a Modbus RTU master. With Modbus RTU, each transaction is substituted with a pre-defined command that can be selected
from a list of available commands.
It is still possible, though, to define custom message frames by creating a transaction instead of selecting
a pre-defined command. A command is actually a transaction that has been defined in advance and
stored in a list.
The Scan list
Once the configuration has been made and downloaded to the ABC,
the ABC's firmware searches the scan-list, using the defined transactions for communication with the slave-devices.
Each node in the scan-list represents a slave device on the sub-network. In the ABC Config Tool, each node is given a specific name
and assigned an address in standard Modbus RTU commands. The
address must match the internal setting on the slave device.
Scanlist
Master Mode 14-2
Basic Settings
Select Sub Network in the Navigation window to gain access to
basic settings in the Parameter window.
Communication
(See 13-1 Serial Interface Settings)
Message Delimiter
Parameter Window
The value entered here is the minimum time in steps of 10ms, separating the messages. (According to
the Modbus specification, the Message Delimiter has a default setting of 3.5 characters.)
If this value is set to 0, the ABC will use the Modbus standard 3,5 character message delimiter. The
time in ms is then dependent on the selected baudrate, but this is all handled by the ABC.
Note: Due to its big impact on subnet functionality, use caution when changing this parameter.
Master Mode 14-3
Nodes
A node in the ABC Configuration software represents a device on the sub-network. In its simplest form,
a Node contains of a single transaction, that consists of a Query and a Response.
Node Parameters
(To gain access to these parameters, select the desired node in the navigation window)
Parameter
Description
Slave Address
This setting shall be set to match the node address

setting of the destination device.
Name
Node Name. This name will appear in the navigation

window.
Sub-Network Menu
(Right-click Sub Network in the Navigation window to gain access to these functions)
Function
Description
Paste
Paste a node from the clipboard
Monitor
Launches the subnet monitor, see 18-1 Sub Network

Monitor
Add Node
Adds a node to the scanlist
Add Broadcaster
Adds a broadcaster node to the scanlist
Load Node
Loads a node previously saved using Save Node

from the Node menu (see below)
Sub-Network Status..
Displays status / diagnostic information about the sub

network
Node Menu
(Right-click on a node in the Navigation window to gain access to these functions)
Function
Description
Cut
Cuts a node to the clipboard
Copy
Copies a node to the clipboard
Insert
Insert a node from the clipboard
Delete
Deletes a node and its configuration from the scan-list
Monitor
Activates the node monitor
Add transactions
Adds a generic command to the scan-list. This command is fully configurable by the user
Add command
Adds a pre-defined protocol specific command to the

scan-list. The list of commands are supplied with the
ABC and cannot be changed
Insert new node
Inserts a new node above the currently selected node
Save node
Saves the selected node to disc
Insert from file
Inserts a previously saved node above the currently

selected node.
Master Mode 14-4
Transactions
In Master Mode, each transaction consists two instances; (a Query and a Response) unless its a Broadcaster.
Query Transaction
In Master Mode, a Query is defined as a telegram sent from the master (ABC) to the slave
(Node).
Response Transaction
In Master Mode, a response is defined as a reply from a slave (Node) to a previous query
from the master (ABC).
The response defines the expected answer from the slave device. If the answer does not match
the pre-defined response the ABC will try to re-send the query according to the parameters specified in the query.
Example:
In this example, Node 3 holds a transaction that consists of a Query
and a Response.
Transaction Menu
(Right-click on a transaction in the Navigation window to gain access to these functions)
Function
Description
Cut
Cuts a transaction to the clipboard.
Copy
Copies a transaction to the clipboard.
Insert
Inserts a Cut or Copied transaction.
Delete
Deletes the transaction
Insert New Transactions Inserts a new transaction.

Insert New Command
Inserts a command from a pre-defined list

of commands.
Master Mode 14-5
Query Parameters
(To gain access to these parameters, select a Query in the Navigation window)
Parameter
Description
Minimum time between

broadcasts (10ms)
The value entered here is only valid if a broadcast command is specified in the scan-list and
the value specifies how long the ABC should wait after the broadcast was sent until the next
command in the scan-list will be sent. This time should be selected such that all slave-devices
connected to the ABC have time to finish the handling of the broadcast. The unit is milliseconds (ms) and the entered value is multiplied by 10, which means that the shortest time is 10
ms.
Offline options for fieldbus
This parameter defines the behavior of the ABC in case the fieldbus network goes off-line and
the selection affects the data that is sent out the sub-network
Clear - All data destined for the slave-devices is cleared (set to 0)
Freeze - All data destined for the slave-device is frozen
NoScanning -The updating of the sub-network is stopped
Offline options for subnetwork
This parameter defines the behavior of the ABC in case the sub-network goes off-line and the
selection affects the data that is reported to the fieldbus master.
Clear - All data destined for the fieldbus-master is cleared (set to 0)
Freeze - All data destined
Note: Offline options for subnetworks are configured separately for each transaction
Reconnect time (10ms) This parameter specifies how long the ABC should wait before trying to re-connect a disconnected node. A node gets disconnected if the max number of retries is reached. The unit is milliseconds (ms) and the entered value is multiplied by 10, which means that the shortest time is
10 ms.
Retries
This parameter specifies how many times a time-out can occur in sequence before the slave is
disconnected.
Timeout time (10ms)
This parameter specifies the time the ABC waits for a response from the slave-device. If this
time is exceeded the ABC re-sends the command until the retries parameter value is
reached.
The unit is milliseconds (ms) and the entered value is multiplied by 10, which means that the
shortest time is 10 ms.
This parameter specifies location in the internal memory buffer where the trigger byte is
located. In ABC a trigger byte is implemented to support non-cyclic data that means that the
fieldbus master has the ability to notify the ABC when it should send a specific command to a
slave.
To use this functionality correctly the fieldbus master should update the data area associated
with the trigger byte, and then update the trigger byte. The trigger byte should be incremented
by one for activation.
This parameter has no affect unless the Update mode parameter is set to Change of state
on trigger.
Update mode
This parameter is used to specify when the command should be sent to the slave.
The following modes are possible:
Cyclically - The command is sent to the slave at the time-interval specified in the Update
time parameter.
On data change -The command is sent to the slave when the data-area connected to this
command changes.
Single shot - The command is sent to the slave once at start-up.
Change of state on trigger - The command is sent to the slave when the trigger byte
value is changed
Update time (10ms)
This parameter specifies with what frequency this command will be sent.
The unit is milliseconds (ms) and the entered value is multiplied by 10, which means that the
shortest time is 10 ms.
Master Mode 14-6
Response Parameters
(To gain access to these parameters, select a Response in the Navigation window)
Parameter
Description
Trigger byte
This parameter disables and enables the trigger functionality for the response. If the trigger byte is enabled then the ABC will increase the byte at the trigger byte address by
one when the ABC receives new data from the sub-network. This will notify the fieldbus
master of updated data
This parameter is used to specify the address in the internal memory buffer where the trigger byte is located. Valid settings range from 0x202 to 0x3FF
Query / Response Menu (also Broadcaster Transactions)

(Right-click a Query/Response in the Navigation window to gain access to these functions)
Function
Description
Edit Frame
Launches the Frame editor
Add Byte, Constant
Adds a one-byte object to the frame.
Add Word, Constant
Adds a 2-byte object to the frame.
Add DWord, Constant
Adds a 4-byte object to the frame.
Add Checksum
Adds an error check object to the frame.
Add Data
Adds a fixed length data object to the

frame.
Add Variable Data
Adds a variable length data object to the

frame
Note: If the selected Query / Response does not contain any frame objects, the Edit Frame function
will not be available
The frame editor is further described in the section Frame editor. By using these different selections it
is possible to define custom data-frames that the ABC will send out on the sub-network.
Example:
To add a Query like the one below to the scan list...
STX (1 byte)
Length (2 bytes)
Data (8 bytes)
Checksuma
a. The length depends on Checksum type, see 14-9 Checksum Object.
...the following steps are needed:

Right-click on the query and select in order: Add Byte, Add Word,
Add Data, Add Error check and Add Byte. The query now looks
like this:
ETX (1 byte)
Master Mode 14-7
Frame Objects
All Query and Response messages are built up of frame objects, that when combined makes a complete
serial telegram.
Important to note is that these frame objects are not Modbus specific; Modbus is only used as an example.
The only things that are modbus specific are the names query and response and the fact that all
transactions are of query-response (question-answer) type.
Constants
Constants are objects built up of pre-defined data. The contents of these objects have a fixed value defined in the ABC Config Tool.
There are 3 types of fixed objects:
Byte
8 bit fixed value
Word
16 bit fixed value
Dword
32 bit fixed value
Parameter
Description
Value
Constant value.
Data Object
The Data Object is used for data exchange between the fieldbus master and the sub-network.
Data Objects in Query Transactions:

This object is used to forward data from the sub-network to the fieldbus.
Data Objects in Response Transactions:

This object is used to forward data from the fieldbus to the sub-network.
Parameter
Byte Swapping
Description
No Swapping
Swap 2 bytes
This means that the 2 bytes change places, i.e A, B becomes B, A
Swap 4 bytes
Data Length
The length of the data, in bytes
Data Location
The offset in the Internal memory buffer where the data should be read from / written to
Master Mode 14-8
Variable Data Object

The Variable Data Object is similar to the Data Object, but has no predefined length. Instead, a length
character or end character is used to indicate the length of the datafield.
As with the Data Object, this object is used to transfer data between the sub-network and fieldbus.
Data
Data of arbitrary length

0x00
End Character
0x04
Length Character
Data
4 bytes of data
For Produce Transactions, the End / Length character must be supplied by the fieldbus control system.
For Consume Transactions, the End / Length character is generated by the ABC.
The End / Length character is always visible in the internal memory buffer. Depending on the settings
below, it may or may not be visible on the sub-network.
Note: Only one Variable Data Object is permitted for each transaction.
Parameter
Byte Swapping
Description
No Swapping
Swap 2 bytes
Swap 4 bytes
Fill un-used bytes
(This field is only relevant for Response transactions)

Enabled
Fill unused data with the value specified in Filler byte
Disabled
Dont fill
Filler byte
Fill value, see Fill un-used bytes above. (This field is only relevant for Response transactions)
Data Location
The offset in the internal memory buffer where the data should be read from / written to
Object Delimiter
Length Character
Length character is visible in the internal memory buffer but not on the sub network
Length Character Visible
The length character is visible both in the internal memory buffer and on the sub network.
End Character
The end character is visible in the internal memory buffer but not on the sub network.
End Character Visible
The end character is visible both in the internal memory buffer and on the sub-network
No Character
The data is copied as is to the internal memory buffer, i.e no end character is generated
by the ABC (This options is only relevant for Response Transactions)
End Character Value
Value of the End Character.

(This is only be used when the Object Delimiter is set to End Character or End Character Visible
Maximum Data Length
The maximum allowed length of the variable data object.
Master Mode 14-9
Checksum Object
Most serial protocols has some way of verifying that the data has not been corrupted during transfer.
The Checksum object is an object that can be used to calculate the checksum for a message frame.
Parameter
Description
Error Check Start
Offset in the message frame to start checksum calculations on
Error Check Type
The type of error checking algorithm to use - CRC, LRC or XOR

CRC - Cyclic Redundancy Check
LRC - Longitudinal Redundancy Check
XOR - Logical XOR
Chapter 16
Frame editor
The frame editor makes it easier to add specific custom commands. The same parameters are available
in both the frame editor and the parameter window, but in the frame editor presents the message frames
in a more visual manner than the navigation / parameter window.
Message
frame
Frame editor
Note: The example below uses Master Mode, but the procedure is similar in General Data Mode.
Example:
The frame looks like this:
Frame editor
The first byte holds the STX (0x02) followed by two bytes holding the length (8 in this case). The
next 8 bytes are data and since this is a query command, the data is to be sent to the slave device
and therefore it is to be fetched from the out area which starts at 0x202.
This command will allocate 8 bytes of output data in the out area and no byte swapping will occur. The data is followed by a 2 byte CRC error check field, and the CRC calculation starts with
the second byte in the frame (i.e. STX is not included in the CRC calculation). The last byte is
the ETX (0x03).
The same steps are required for the response frame. If the response holds data, it should be allocated in the input area that starts at address 0x002.
To apply the changes, select File|Apply Changes. To exit without saving, select File|Exit.
Chapter 17
Command editor
General
The Command Editor makes it possible to add custom commands to the ABC. The Command Editor
is protocol dependent in that sense that certain frame objects cannot be deleted.
Note: The example in this chapter uses Master Mode. The procedure is similar in General Data Mode,
but without the limitations of the Modbus RTU protocol.
To open the command editor, right click a node and select Add
Command. A list of predefined commands will appear.
To add a new command to the command list, select Add Command in the Command menu. To edit a previously defined
command, highlight the command in the command list, and select Edit Command in the Command menu.
Select Command
The following window

pops up upon selecting
Edit Command or Add
Command
Command Editor
Command editor 17-2
Specifying a new command (Master Mode)

(Select Add Command as described earlier.)
This example is taken from a Modbus RTU implementation, which means that the frame will always
consist of one byte for slave address, one byte for function code and two bytes for CRC. Furthermore,
each command always consists of a Query and a Response.
The Modbus RTU specific frame objects are already in place and a data object is inserted between the
function code and the CRC. These objects cannot be moved or deleted, however it possible to add objects between the function code and the CRC.
First, enter a name for
the command in the
Command Name field
(A) and an identifier in
the Command ID field
(B).
If the command is
allowed to be broadcasted on the sub-network, check the Allow
Broadcasting checkbox
(C).
Command Editor
Command editor 17-3
Query (D)
Query
DisplayName
Object Type
Value
This column specifies This column specifies (See below)

the SlaveAddress.
the Function Code in
the Modbus message
This column specifies

the Error Check field.
Slave Address
Function
Data
Checksum
This name is protocol

specific, and cannot
be altered.
This name is protocol

specific, and should
not be changed.
(See below)
Byte
Byte
Data
Modbus defines this

object as a byte.
Modbus defines this

object as a byte.
(See below)
[SlaveAddress]
ID
User
This value is linked to This value is linked to (See below)

the actual SlaveAdthe Command ID field.
dress parameter in
the parameter window.
Checksum
User
This value is linked to
User which means
that this object is
determined by the
user at configuration
time by selecting the
Error Check object in
the parameter window.
It is not possible to alter the contents of columns 1, 2

and 4, as this is a predefined command. However, on
column three there are two possible actions available,
Insert Column and Delete Column. These actions are
available in the Columns menu.
Column 3 in the Command Editor is where objects can be added for custom commands. Supported objects are Byte, Word, DWord, Data and Error Check. In this Modbus example it makes no sense to add
an Error Check object since it is already incorporated in the standard frame but all other objects could
be added in any way.
Command editor 17-4
Response (E)
The response is defined much in the same way as the query, with the difference that a response
can depend on what is entered in the query.
Query
This column specifies This column specifies (See below)

the SlaveAddress.
the Function Code in
the Modbus message
DisplayName
Object Type
Value
4
This column specifies
the Error Check field.
Slave Address
Function
Data
Checksum
(See Query)
(See Query)
(See Query)
(See Query)
Byte
Byte
Data
Checksum
(See Query)
(See Query)
(See Query)
(See Query)
[SlaveAddress]
ID
User
Depend
(See Query)
(See Query)
(See Query)
This object will get the

same setting as the
corresponding object
in the Query. Further
more, the object will
appear as non-editable in the parameter
window. (See below)
If Depend is selected then this object in the response will get the same setting as the corresponding
object in the query, furthermore the object will appear as non-editable in the parameter window. (See
below.)
Main Window
Chapter 18
Sub Network Monitor

General
The Sub Network Monitor is intended to simplify configuration and troubleshooting of the sub network. Its main function is to display the data allocated for sub-network communication and detect if
any area has been allocated twice, i.e if a collision has occurred.
All configured nodes, together with the commands, are listed in the middle of the screen (B). Selecting
and deselecting commands makes it possible to view any combination of allocated data.
Note: The sub-network monitor has a negative influence on the overall performance of the ABC.
Therefore the monitor functionality should be used with care.
Operation
A
Sub-network monitor
A: Start / Stop sub network scanning

These icons are used to start / stop the scanning of the sub network.
To stop the scanning, click on the red light. To start scanning again,
simply click on the green light.
Start
Stop
B: Nodes / Transactions
To view data blocks linked to a single command, select the command and the data will appear in
the monitor area, see below. (C)
C: Monitor Area: Input / Output / General Data Areas
These areas display the data allocated in the Input, Output and General data areas. This information is colour coded as follows:
White
- No data allocated
Yellow
- Data allocated by a Response / Consume transaction
Blue
- Data allocated by a Query / Produce transaction
Red
- Collision. This area has been allocated more than once.
Grey
- Data allocated by the Control / Status registers
Chapter 19
Node Monitor
General
The Node Monitor functionality provides an aid when setting up the communication with the slave-devices on the sub-network.
It offers an easy way of testing a specific command on a node, and monitor the result. It also provides
an overview of the memory used by the node.
Note: Using the node monitor has a negative influence on the overall performance of the ABC. Therefore the monitor functionality should be used with care.
The Node Monitor behaves a bit different depending on which mode the ABC is currently running in.
Generic Data Mode

In Generic Data Mode, the selected command is sent to the specified node. It is however not possible
to monitor any response generated by the slave.
(Produce / Command area)
Node
(Not used)
Master Mode
In Master Mode, the selected command is sent to the specified node. The result (Response) can be monitored in the Response area.
(Query / Command Area)

Node
(Response Area)
Node Monitor 19-2
Operation
A
Node Monitor
A: Start / Stop Node Communication

These icons are used to start / stop a node. Stopping is done by clicking the red light and could be seen as a temporary removal of the
node, i.e no data will be sent to the node but it is still available. To start
the node again, simply click on the green light.
Start
Stop
This is a powerful feature when there is a problem with a particular

node; the other nodes can be disconnected, helping to isolate the problem.
Note: If the Control and Status registers are enabled, the sub-net cannot be started or stopped
without being activated from the fieldbus.
B: Select / Send Command
Select the command to monitor using the Select icon, and click
Send to send the command.
Select
Send
C: Data Update ON / OFF

These icons are used to turn the monitor functionality ON or OFF.
(See Monitor Area below)
D: Command Area
Update OFF Update ON
This area displays the currently selected Command

E: Response Area (Master Mode only)
This area displays the response of a previously sent Command
F: Monitor Area
This area provides an overview of the data sent / received from the node. Areas in dark grey are
reserved for the Status / Control registers.
Areas displayed in light grey are data objects used by the node. If data updating is enabled (See
C: above) the contents of these areas are also displayed in hex.
Chapter 20
Advanced Functions
Control and Status Registers
The Control / Status registers forms an interface for exchanging information between the fieldbus control system and the ABC.
The main purpose of these registers is to report sub-network related problems to the fieldbus control
system. This interface is also used to ensure that only valid data is going out on the sub-network and that
valid data is reported back to the fieldbus control system. See 20-4 I/O-data during startup.
Using these registers, it is also possible for the fieldbus control system to instruct the ABC to enable /
disable specified nodes.
By default, these registers are located in the internal memory buffer at 0x000 - 0x001 (Status Register)
and 0x200 - 0x201 (Control Register), however they can be disabled using the ABC Config Tool, see 135 Status / Control bytes. Disabling these registers will release the 2 reserved bytes in the internal memory buffer, however, the Status and Control functionality will not be available.
The handshaking procedure described on page 20-3 must be followed for all changes to these registers
Control Register (Fieldbus Control System -> ABC)

Byte 0 (Offset 0x200)
15
14
13
12
11
10

9
Control Code
Data
Bits
Name
Description
15
Handshake Confirmation Bit When the fieldbus control system has read the new information from the Status
(CR_HS_CONFIRM)
Register, it should set this bit to the same value as bit 15 in the Status Register
14
Handshake Toggle Bit

(CR_HS_SEND)
The fieldbus control system should toggle this bit when new information has been
written in the Control Register.
13
Data Valid
(CR_DV)
This bit is used to indicate to the ABC if the data in the output data area is valid or
not. The bit shall be set by the fieldbus control system when new data has been
written.
1: Data Valid
0: Data NOT Valid
12 - 8
Control Code
(CR_EC)
See table below.
7-0
Data
(CR_ED)
See table below.
Control Codes
The following Control Codes are recognized by the ABC and can be used by the fieldbus control system.
Code
Name
Data
0x10
DISABLE_NODE
Slave address of the node to This instructs the ABC to disable a specific node
disable
from the sub network communication
Description
0x11
ENABLE_NODE
Slave address of the node

number to enable
This instructs the ABC to enable a specific node to

be active in the sub network communication
0x12
ENABLE_NODES
Number of nodes to enable
This instructs the ABC to enable a number of

nodes from a complete configuration
Advanced Functions 20-2
Status Register (ABC -> Fieldbus Control System)

15
14
13
12
11
10

9
Status Code
Data
Bits
Name
Description
15
Handshake Toggle Bit

(SR_HS_SEND)
The ABC toggles this bit when new information is available in the Status Register.
14
Handshake Confirmation Bit When the ABC has read the new information from the Control Register, it sets
(SR_HS_CONFIRM)
this bit to the same value as bit 14 in the Control Register
13
Data Valid
(SR_DV)
This bit Indicates to the fieldbus control system if the data in the input data area is
valid or not. The bit is set by the ABC when new data has been written.
1: Data Valid
0: Data NOT Valid
12 - 8
Status Code (SR_EC)
Status code, see table below.
7-0
Data (SR_ED)
Status user data, see table below.
The Status Codes below are handled by the ABC and reported to the fieldbus control system using the
Status Code and Data bits in the Status register. The meaning of these bits are different depending on
the used communication model, see below.
Status Codes in Generic Data Mode
(The table below is valid only in Generic Data Mode.)
Code
Error
Data
Description
0x00
Invalid message
Number of messages
Incoming messages dont match any Consume

instances
0x01
Frame error
End character is enabled, but no end character is

received before message delimiter timeout
0x02
Consume Timeout
Number of instances
Number of Consume instances that has timed out
0x03
Overrun
If a receive buffer overflows, or an incoming message

hasnt been handled before a new message has
arrived
0x04
Other error
Other serial error (parity error, frame error)
0x1F
No error
Normal Condition
Status Codes in Master Mode

(The table below is valid only in Master Mode.)
Code
Error
Data
Description
0x00
Re-transmission
Number of re-transmissions Reports the total number of re-transmissions on the

subnetwork
0x01
Single node missing
Slave address of the missing node
Reports if a node is missing
0x02
Multiple nodes missing
Number of missing nodes
Reports if multiple nodes are missing
0x03
Overrun
Slave address of the node

that sent too much data
Reports if more data than expected was received from

a node
0x04
Other error
Slave address
Reports unidentified node
0x1F
No error
Normal Condition
Handshaking Procedure
The handshake bits are used to indicate any changes in the Status and Control Registers. The procedure
below must be followed for all changes to these registers with the exception of the handshake bits themselves. (bits 14 and 15)
Yes
Status Register Reads
Control Register Writes
Start
Start
Compare CR_HS_CONFIRM with

SR_HS_SEND
Compare SR_HS_CONFIRM with

CR_HS_SEND
Equal?
No
No
Equal?
Yes
Read Status Register
Write to Control Register
Set CR_HS_CONFIRM to
SR_HS_SEND
Toggle CR_HS_SEND
End
End
I/O-data during startup

Note: This section is only relevant when the Control / Handshake registers are enabled.
Bit 13 in the Control Register is used to ensure data consistency during start-up and at fieldbus off-line/
on-line transitions.
The bit should be treated as follows:
Fieldbus Control System
ABC
Updates the output data area

according to the sub-network
configuration
(Waiting for bit 13 (Data Valid)

in the Control register to be set...)
Sets bit 13 (Data Valid) in

the Control Register
Complete a full scan

on the sub-network
Sets bit 13 (Data Valid) in

the Status Register
Ready
When the fieldbus changes from off-line to on-line state, the fieldbus control system should clear (0) the
Data Valid bit in the Control Register. The ABC will then clear the Data Valid bit in the Status Register.
During startup, the ABC waits for the fieldbus control system to set the Data Valid bit in the Control
Register. Before this is done, it will not communicate with the devices on the sub network.
The Data Valid bit in the Status Register may in some cases be delayed. This latency can be caused by
a missing node or a bad connection to a node with a long timeout value assigned to it.
Therefore, the fieldbus control system should not wait for this bit to be set before communicating with
the sub-network devices. It should be considered as an aid for the fieldbus control system to know when
all data has been updated.
Note: As with all changes to these registers, the handshaking procedure (See Handshaking Procedure
on page 3.) must be followed.
Advanced Fieldbus Configuration

The fieldbus interface of the ABC consists of an embedded AnyBus-S communication module. Normally, the AnyBus-S configuration settings are set up automatically by the ABC. However, advanced users
can configure the AnyBus-S card for specific features. This chapter assumes that the reader is familiar
with the AnyBus-S and its application interface. For more information about the AnyBus-S platform,
consult the AnyBus-S Design Guide.
The standard initialisation parameters are determined by the sub-network configuration. Information
about the amount of input- and output data used for sub-network communication is used by ABC Config Tool to create the configuration message that sets the sizes of the input- and output data areas in the
Dual Port RAM of the embedded AnyBus-S interface. It is possible to add fieldbus specific mailbox
messages to customize the initialisation. This is done in the Mailbox Editor, see below.
(A mailbox message is a HMS specific comand used for communication with an AnyBus-S module, consult the AnyBus-S Design Guide for more information.)
Mailbox Editor
The mailbox editor is accessed by right-clicking the fieldbus icon in the
navigation window and then select Add Mailbox. Additional mailbox
messages are be inserted between the StartInit and EndInit messages.
A mailbox message consists of a Header section and a
data section where the Header consists of 16 words (32
bytes) and the data section consists of up to 128 words
(256 bytes). All fields are editable except the Message
information field that is fixed to 0x4002, which means
that only fieldbus specific mailbox messages can be entered here.
The mailbox message is presented as two columns; one

contains header information (A), the other one contains the message data (B).
To add message data, simply change the Data size parameter in the header column (A), and the corresponding number of bytes will appear in the message data
column (B).
Mailbox Editor
For more information about fieldbus specific mailbox messages, consult the separate AnyBus-S Fieldbus Appendix for the fieldbus you are using. For general information about the AnyBus-S platform, consult the AnyBus-S Design Guide.
Appendix A
Configuration Wizards
The wizard option automatically creates a sub network configuration based information entered by the
user, i.e. the user simply has to fill in the blanks. Note that this will only work when the sub network
fits the wizard profile, in all other cases the Blank Configuration option must be used.
The online help system explains each configuration step in detail.
Select Wizard Profile
First, select a profile suitable for the sub network.
Wizard Modbus RTU Master

Suitable for Modbus slave devices.
Blank Configuration
Manually configure the sub network.
Step 1: Communicator Type

Select Profibus-DP.
Click Next to continue.
Tip: It is possible to return to a previous
menu at any time without losing any settings by clicking Previous.
Step 2: Physical Settings

Select the physical properties of the sub
network.
Click Next to continue.
Steps 3 - 6
Consult the on line help system for further information.
Appendix B
Troubleshooting
Problem
Solution
Problem during configuration Upload / Download.
Serial communication failed. Try again
The serial port may be in use by another application.
The Config Line led turns red in the ABC Config Tool.
The serial port seems to be available, but it is not possible
to connect to the ABC
Exit the ABC Config Tool and close all other applications including the ones in the system tray.
Try again
Select another serial port

Try again
Poor performance
Right click Sub-Network in the Navigation window and

select Sub-Network Status to see status / diagnostic
information about the sub network.
If the ABC reports very many re-transmissions, check
your cabling and / or try a lower baud rate setting for
the sub network (if possible).
Is the Sub-Net Monitor in the ABC Config Tool active?

The sub-network monitor has a negative influence on
the overall performance of the ABC, and should only
be used when necessary.
Is the Node Monitor in the ABC Config Tool active?

The node monitor has a negative influence on the
overall performance of the ABC, and should only be
used when necessary.
Appendix C
Connector Pin Assignments

Profibus Connector
Pin
Signal
Description
Housing
Shield
Bus cable shield, connected to PE
B-Line
Positive RxD/TxD (RS485)
RTSa
Request To Send
GNDBUSb Isolated GND from RS-485 side
+5V BUSb Isolated +5V output from RS-485 side (80mA max)
A-Line
Negative RxD/TxD (RS485)
6
(female)
a. Used in some equipment to determine the direction of transmission. However, in normal applications only A-Line, BLine and Shield are used.
b. Used for bus termination. Some devices such as optical transceivers (RS485 to fibre optics) may require power from
these pins.
Recomended Profibus connectors:
Profibus Max standard, part nr 134928 and Pofibus reversed, part nr 104577 from www.erni.com
Fast connect Bus connector, part nr, 6GK1500-0FC00 or 6ES7 972-0BA50-0XA0 from www.siemens.com
Power connector
Pin
Description
+24V DC
GND
Note:
Use 60/75 or 75C
copper (CU) wire only.
The terminal tightening torque must be between 5-7 lbs-in (0,5-0,8 Nm)
Connector Pin Assignments C-2
Sub-network connector
This connector is a standard DSUB9 female and is used to connect the ABC to the sub-network. Based
on the configuration selected in the ABC Config software, the corresponding signals are activated.
Pin
Description
RS232
RS422
RS485
+5V Output(50mA max)
RS232 Rx
RS232 Tx
Not connected
Ground
RS422 Rx +
RS422 Rx -
RS485 + /RS422 Tx+
RS485 - /RS422 Tx-
6
(female)
PC connector
Configuration Cable Wiring
A cable can be purchased from HMS Industrial Networks (It is included in part. no 017620).
D-sub 9 female (PC)
Modular 4/4 connector (ABC)
Ground
RS232 Rx
Ground
RS232 Tx
Rx
Tx
Ground
5
6
Installs in ABC
7
8
9
Installs in PC's serial port
Connector Pin Assignments C-3
Modular 4/4 (ABC)

Pin
Description
Signal ground
Signal ground
RS232 Rx, data input to ABC
RS232 Tx, data output from ABC
4
3
2
1
DSUB 9 (PC)
Pin
Description
Not connected
RS232 Rx, data input to PC
RS232 Tx, data output from PC
Not connected
Ground
6-9
Not connected
6
(female)
Appendix D
Technical Specification
Mechanical
Housing
Plastic housing with snap-on connection to DIN-rail, protection class IP20
Dimensions
120 mm x 75 mm x 27 mm, L x W x H (inches: 4,72 x 2,95 x 1,06; L x W x H)
Electrical Characteristics
Power Supply
Power: 24V 10%
Power Consumption
Maximum power consumption is 280 mA on 24V. Typically around 100 mA
Environmental
Relative Humidity
The product is designed for a relative humidity of 0 to 95% non-condensing
Temperature
Operating:
Non Operating:
-5C to +55C
-55C to +85C
EMC Compliance
CE-mark
Certified according to European standards unless otherwise is stated
Emission
Immunity
According to EN 50081-2:1993
According to EN 61000-6-2:1999
UL/c-UL compliance
This unit is an open type listed by the Underwriters Laboratories. The certification has been documented
by UL in file E214107.
Appendix F
ASCII Table
x0
x1
x2
x3
x4
x5
x6
x7
x8
x9
xA
xB
xC
xD
xE
xF
BS
8
HT
9
LF
10
VT
11
FF
12
CR
13
SO
14
SI
15
FS
28
GS
29
RS
30
US
31
0x
NUL SOH STX ETX EOT ENQ ACK BEL

0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1x
DLE DC1 DC2 DC3 DC4 NAK SYN ETB CAN

16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
EM
25
2x
(sp)
32
!
33
"
34
#
35
$
36
%
37
&
38
'
39
(
40
)
41
*
42
+
43
,
44
45
.
46
/
47
3x
0
48
1
49
2
50
3
51
4
52
5
53
6
54
7
55
8
56
9
57
:
58
;
59
<
60
=
61
>
62
?
63
4x
@
64
A
65
B
66
C
67
D
68
E
69
F
70
G
71
H
72
I
73
J
74
K
75
L
76
M
77
N
78
O
79
5x
P
80
Q
81
R
82
S
83
T
84
U
85
V
86
W
87
X
88
Y
89
Z
90
[
91
\
92
]
93
^
94
_
95
6x
`
96
a
97
b
98
c
99
d
100
e
101
f
102
g
103
h
104
i
105
j
106
k
107
l
108
m
109
n
110
o
111
7x
p
112
q
113
r
114
s
115
t
116
u
117
v
118
w
119
x
120
y
121
z
122
{
123
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124
}
125
~
126
DEL
127
SUB ESC
26
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About This Manual

About the AnyBus Communicator for Profibus

ABC Config Tool

Generic Data Mode

Basic Settings .........................................................................................................................................4-2

Sub Network Monitor

Appendix A Configuration Wizards

Appendix D Technical Specification

Appendix E ASCII Table

About This Manual

Important User Information

About This Manual 1-2

About This Manual 1-3

Conventions Used in This Document

Numbered lists provide sequential steps

Bulleted lists provide information, not procedural steps

Input and Output definition

About the AnyBus Communicator for Profibus

Single-Node Serial Sub Network

Multi-Node Serial Sub Network

Fieldbus Interface Features

Complete Profibus-DP slave functionality according to IEC 61158

About the AnyBus Communicator for Profibus 1-2

E: DIN Rail Connection

About the AnyBus Communicator for Profibus 1-3

The configuration is done using two rotary switches as follows:

About the AnyBus Communicator for Profibus 1-4

Quick Start Guide

Profibus Installation Procedure

Setting up Input / Output Data Areas

About the AnyBus Communicator for Profibus 1-5

Profibus Network Termination

The termination switch should be set to ON if...

The termination switch should be set to OFF if...

The PLC exchange data via

The PLC exchange data via

Internal memory buffer in ABC

The data in the Input area of the ABC

The data in the Output area of the ABC

Serial Device - Temp Regulator

Input register "Set Valve Temperature"

Output register "Actual Temperature"

Data Exchange 2-2

Internal Memory Buffer Structure

..is data that should be sent to the fieldbus. The

Internal Memory Buffer

Status Register (0x0000 - 0x0001)

Input Data Area (0x000 - 0x00F3)2

Control Register (0x0200 - 0x0201)

Output Data Area (0x200 - 0x2F3)2

Data Exchange 2-3

General Data Area (0x0400 - 0x7FF)

ABC Config Tool

Pentium 133 MHz or higher

10 MB of free space on the hard drive

Internet Explorer 4.01 SP1 or higher

AnyBus Communicator resource CD

The AnyBus Communicator Resource CD is included in the AnyBus Communicator Configuration

ABC Config Tool 13-2

This menu entry is expanded